H ow Technology Can H elp

First-Year Students Thrive

Designed by :- Raman Sharma 191

Presented by :- Naitik Saini 155

Researched by :- Naitik Dangi 154

Gourav 076

Piyush 175
 INTRODUCTION
Why This Topic Matters to First-Year Students
The move from high school to university constitutes a major change,
requiring increased levels of independence, academic rigor and social
adjustment. First-year students tend to experience numerous significant
changes, ranging from handling sophisticated courses and timelines to
adjustment in new social settings as well as budgeting money.
Technology ,if utilized efficiently, can be a vital support system in this
pivotal time. It provides organizational, communication, learning, and
self-care solutions, converting potential into opportunity for development.
Knowledge of and the ability to use these tools is the key to creating a
strong foundation for a successful university experience.
 -: THE STARTING LINE :-

Challenges: What Problems Do Freshers Face?

Coming to university is thrilling but brings with it a special set of challenges. Figuring out these

problems ahead of time using technology can make the transition much smoother for first-year

students in college.

Academic Overload Time Management

Struggling with heavier workloads, complex Difficulty balancing classes, study time, social life, and

assignments, and understanding new grading systems. personal responsibilities effectively.

Social Integration Well-being

Feeling isolated, struggling to make friends, or Experiencing stress, anxiety, or fatigueness due to the

navigating new social dynamics. demanding environment and new routine.

> Finding SOLUTIONS

Tech Solutions: Tools That Help

Academic Aids
Note-taking apps, reference managers, plagiarism checkers, and

learning platforms.

Productivity & Organization

Calendar apps, task managers, cloud storage, and focus tools to

manage time and tasks.

Communication & Collaboration

Messaging apps, video conferencing, and shared document

platforms for group work and staying connected.

Well-being & Support

Meditation apps, fitness trackers, and online counseling resources.
 TOOL SPOTLIGHT
Tool Deep Dive: How They Work
Let's take a closer look at a couple of powerful tools that can make a notable difference in a first-year

student's daily life.

Notion: Your All-in-One Workspace

Notion isn't just a note-taking app; it's a customizable

workspace that make student life easier.

Gen AI: Chat Gpt / Perplexity AI

Get summaries , explanations and your personal assistant on

your call.
Google Calendar
Keep track of deadlines,exams and events.

Linkedin
Make your professional connections with industry experts.

Canva / Figma
Make easy graphics for slides and design the tool or ui .
Stats of students using AI
 ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE
Smart Study Strategies: How Tech Improves Learning
Technology doesn't just organize; it transforms the learning process itself, making it more efficient, engaging,

and personalized.

Active Recall & Spaced Repetition Collaborative Learning

Tools like Anki or Quizlet leverage these powerful Platforms like Google Docs or Microsoft 365 enable

study techniques. They make long term retention real-time group work on assignments, like we are

using smart algorithm and make game like studying.. doing this project on slides.

Personalized Learning Paths Research Efficiency

Reference management software (e.g., Zotero,
Without tech you only might have text heavy notes
Mendeley) automates citations and bibliography
but with use of tech you can use visual infographic ,
creation, saving hours and preventing plagiarism.
video explanation and with tech we can learn at our

own pace through online courses.

 Maintain Balance
Mindful Tech Use: Avoiding Burnout and Distraction
While technology offers immense benefits, it's crucial to cultivate mindful usage habits to prevent digital

overload, distractions, and burnout.

Set Boundaries
1 Designate specific "tech-free" times or zones, especially before bed or during meals, to disconnect and recharge.

Manage Notifications
2 Turn off non-essential notifications for social media and games to minimize interruptions during study sessions.

Use Focus Apps

3 Employ apps like Forest or Freedom that block distracting websites and apps for set periods, encouraging deep work.

Digital Detoxes
4 Regularly schedule short digital detoxes – even just a few hours – to reset your relationship with technology and engage

with the physical world.

 PERSONALIZED ARSENAL
Digital Survival Kit: Crafting a Custom Workflow
A truly effective tech strategy isn't about using every tool, but building a personalized workflow that supports

your unique learning style and needs. Here’s a blueprint for creating your own digital survival kit:

Central Calendar Hub Task Management System

Integrate all academic, social, and personal appointments Choose one tool (e.g., Todoist, Asana, Notion) to track all

into one digital calendar (e.g., Google Calendar, Outlook assignments and personal errands, breaking large tasks

Calendar). into smaller, manageable steps.

Cloud Storage & Backup Well-being Check-ins

Utilize cloud services (e.g., Google Drive, OneDrive) for all Use a health tracking app for your health and for your

academic files, ensuring accessibility and preventing data body functioning . As health is wealth and it should be

loss. your first priority..

 INSPIRING EXAMPLES

Success Stories: How Tech Transformed Their Journey

Aman entered college feeling lost and behind his peers.
Discovering tools like Notion, Dall-E , and ChatGPT, he built a system to
organize notes, practice concepts, and clarify doubts instantly.
His grades improved, and he started creating small coding projects from
online tutorials.
By second year, he had a strong GitHub portfolio and open-source
contributions.
During placements, his skills and projects impressed recruiters more
than grades alone.
He landed an AI internship — proof that smart use of tech can turn
self-doubt into success.
 MOVING FORWARD

Final Takeaways: What You Learned and Recommended

The journey through university is transformative, and technology can be your most

powerful ally. Use AI tools only for help , don’t rely completely on them.

Tech is an Enabler, Not a Crutch Personalization is Key

Understand that tools are there to support, not Experiment to find the tools and workflows that

replace, fundamental study habits and personal best suit your individual learning style and needs.

responsibility.

Mindful Usage Prevents Burnout Leverage for Holistic Growth

Use tech to support not just academics, but also
Actively manage your screen time and notifications
organization, communication, and mental health.
to maintain focus and protect your well-being.
 REFERENCES :-
Image Sourcing

DALL-E https://www.dall-efree.com/
GEMINI https://gemini.google.com/

Templates
SLIDESGO https://slidesgo.com/

Written Content
https://www.google.com/
https://edtechmagazine.com/
https://www.quora.com/
https://webwave.me/blog/ai-blogs
From this project i have learn that how technology can help in a students life and make it more easier.

Also , i have learnt to use AI tools like DALL-E and Gemini for image sourcing. And earlier i was unaware

about google slides but when i started making this project , i learnt about all it’s features.

I have explored tools like notion which is best for note taking and editing apps like canva which is

best for editing ppts and websites such as slidesgo which is best for templates which can be used

in making ppts .
To be honest , we didn’t find any issue . As all the team members
were very cooperative and they did their work properly on time .

If i could redo this project , i will certainly make this project on power point as powerpoint
has

more feature as compared to google slides and it is more handy to me then google slides.
And i will definitely make this project more aesthetic in terms of looks .
I will use an AI tool called Anki which is used for making flashcard .
Instead of cramming before exam . I will create digital flashcards for easy
revision .